Allama Mohammad Iqbal
~ A Poet and Reformer of Islam
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Dr. Mohammad Iqbal, the Islamic poet-philosopher who played such a vital role in the birth of Pakistan, was the first to advocate the formation of independent Muslim state for the subcontinent. In 1930, in his capacity as President of the Muslim League, Iqbal was the first to use a political platform to launch the concept of a separate homeland for Muslims. We have researched, selected, and annotated a few links below for you to learn more this profound thinker:
Life & Milestones
Mohammad Iqbal: A Voice of His People
As a poet Iqbal represented in perhaps the most sensitive manner, the collective
consciousness of his people during a certain period of their history. He was
able to do so because he maintained a constant and direct contact with his
audience at all levels.
Allama Iqbal's Biography
A summarized version of Allama Iqbal's biography according to Syed Abul Hassan
Nadwi in "Glory of Iqbal".
A Day In the Life of Allama Iqbal
An interview with Mian Ali Bakhsh, the life-long domestic assistant of Allama
Muhammad Iqbal. It was conducted by Pakistani man of letters Mumtaz Hasan on 23
September 1957.
Iqbal's Thought and Contributions
A unique contribution of Iqbal to the contemporary Islamic thought is his
bracketing modern science with 'God-consciousness' which he considers more
precious than mere belief in God. He equates the scientist's observation of
nature with seeking a kind of intimacy with God.
Iqbal: Poet-Philosopher of Pakistan
Explore this comprehensive & resourceful work on the life, books, publications,
poetry, and intellectual contribution Allama Iqbal, "the most daring
intellectual modernist the Muslim world has produced." This site could be viewed
in English & Urdu. Features include several articles/works written about Iqbal &
his publications.
Quran- The Theme & Driving Force of Iqbal
A unique and interesting overview of Allama Iqbal's life. Check out the time
line of his life and contributions on this site. Allama Muhammad Iqbal is
generally known as a poet and philosopher, but he was also a jurist, a
politician, a social reformer, and an Islamic scholar. In his writings, he
exhorted people, particularly the youth, to stand up and boldly face life's
challenges. The central theme and main source of his message was the Quran.
Muhammad Iqbal: A Manifestation of Self-reconstruction and
Reformation
"If one were to reconstruct the form of Islam, which has been made to degenerate
over the course of history, re-assemble it in such a way that its spirit could
return to a complete body, and transform the trumpet of Israfil were to blow in
the 20th century over a dead society and awaken its movement, power, spirit and
meaning, it is then exemplary Muslim personalities like Mohammad Iqbal would be
reconstructed and reborn " - Dr. Ali Shariati.
Overview: Life of Mohammad Iqbal
Iqbal was the first poet in Urdu who not only had the background of modern
English education but also got educated in Western universities. His stay in
Europe brought about radical changes in his thought and perception. His
world-view underwent a sea change.
Poet of the East
A website dedicated to Dr. Muhammad Iqbal, a Man of Peace and Equality for every
person regardless of race, religion, region and caste. This site contains his
famous book, Bange-Dara